Latest Government Policy News

Australian Rare Earths Limited (AR3) has received a $1 million instalment from the Australian Government’s $5 million IPCM grant, boosting progress on its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project. This funding supports critical metallurgical testwork and a Pre-Feasibility Study, positioning AR3 as a key future supplier of rare earths.

Magnetite Mines Limited has updated its Razorback Iron Ore Project, revealing a 6.6 billion tonne mineral resource and progressing key strategic partnerships and approvals to support green steelmaking ambitions.

Locksley Resources has completed an oversubscribed capital raising and appointed Tribeca Capital to drive its U.S.-focused critical minerals strategy, targeting rare earths and antimony supply chains aligned with government initiatives.

Vmoto reports a sharp 44% decline in 2Q25 sales driven by China’s slowdown but counters with strategic UK investment and a new Uber partnership to electrify European delivery fleets.

Ionic Rare Earths advances its rare earths strategy with major UK government funding, Brazilian JV progress, and US expansion talks amid China export controls.

Sims Limited has signed a non-binding MOU to supply 550,000 tonnes of ferrous scrap annually to Alter Steel’s upcoming Electric Arc Furnace in Queensland, marking a major step in Australia’s green steel transition.

Felix Gold is advancing its Treasure Creek Project in Alaska, aiming for the first domestic antimony concentrate production in over 30 years by late 2025 or early 2026, supported by strong government engagement and solid finances.

Australian Strategic Materials has successfully raised A$13 million through an institutional placement, complementing an oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan to total nearly A$25 million. These funds will accelerate ASM’s metallisation expansion in the US and ramp up production at its Korean Metals Plant.

Iron Road Ltd has secured its key mining lease through 2026 and entered a strategic farm-in agreement targeting heavy mineral sands, navigating a tough iron ore investment climate and evolving green energy partnerships.

Green Technology Metals (ASX – GT1) announces a significant maiden Rubidium Mineral Resource at its Seymour Project in Ontario, positioning the company at the forefront of critical minerals supply with a valuable by-product alongside lithium.

ReadCloud Limited reported a robust 35% increase in cash receipts for the June quarter, driven by strong growth in its VET-in-Schools segment and disciplined cost management. The company forecasts positive underlying EBITDA and operating cash flow for FY25, positioning itself for accelerated growth in 2026.

Argosy Minerals has addressed a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, attributing the surge to a recent lithium carbonate sales contract and growing strategic partner interest.